Mechanical Engineering, MS
Chairperson: John Borg, Ph.D., P.E.
Mechanical Engineering Graduate Programs website
Degree Offered
Master of Science
Mission Statement
We immerse individuals in an active environment to cultivate broadly educated mechanical engineers who balance theory with practice for advancing knowledge, solving problems and serving society.
Program Description
The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers two master’s programs and a doctoral program. Course work and research in the department's programs may involve the broad fundamentals of mechanical engineering or may concentrate on one or more of the following fields: energy systems, manufacturing and materials systems, and mechanical systems. In these fields, engineering principles are applied not only to traditional equipment and methods but also to modern and emerging technologies. Typically, the engineering course work and research are augmented by laboratory studies. Although the study of advanced engineering mathematics and, often, basic science is necessary in all programs of study, the selection of subjects may vary depending upon the field of specialization and the student’s professional objectives.
Mechanical Engineering Master of Science (M.S.)
Specializations: Energy Systems, Manufacturing and Materials Systems, Mechanical Systems
Upon enrolling in the master of science program in mechanical engineering, a student selects one of three areas of specialization: energy systems, manufacturing and materials systems, or mechanical systems. During the first term, a curriculum, along with a research program, is designed with an academic adviser which is specific to the goals of the individual student. The program includes course work in engineering, mathematics and science with the following requirements:
- A minimum of 24 credit hours of course work.
- A minimum of 3 credit hours of an approved math course (MEEN 6101 Advanced Engineering Analysis 1, MEEN 6102 Advanced Engineering Analysis 2, MEEN 6103 Approximate Methods in Engineering Analysis, EECE 6010 Advanced Engineering Mathematics) or equivalent. An equivalent math requirement from another department must be approved by the student's adviser and the director of graduate studies.
- A minimum of one half of the total course work must be at the 6000 level.
- A minimum of one half of the total course work must be taken from the Department of Mechanical Engineering. No more than 12 credit hours may be taken outside the Department of Mechanical Engineering and these courses must be approved by the student's adviser and the director of graduate studies.
- At most, a maximum of 3 credit hours of an Independent Study course may be included in the course work total.
- Six (6) credit hours of thesis work, completion of an oral thesis defense/comprehensive exam and submission of an approved thesis.
- Continuous participation in the departmental graduate seminar series (MEEN 6960 Seminar in Mechanical Engineering).
- A maximum of 6 credit hours of graduate-level credit from other approved institutions may be accepted toward the requirement of the degree as long as requirements are met, and prior approval must be received from the student's adviser and director of graduate studies.
Specialization Requirements
Energy Systems
The energy systems specialization typically entails advanced study of (a) thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer and combustion; (b) the application of these principles to phenomena and devices which constitute energy-conversion systems; and (c) the analysis, simulation and design of such systems as well as plants; e.g., chemical, metallurgical, food, etc., which are energy-intensive. Current research topics include: plant optimization, cogeneration systems, fluid mechanics and heat transfer in surface mount technology, engine emissions/process effluents and jet engine propulsion systems, energy disspersive materials, and soot modeling.
Code | Title | Hours |
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Required math course: | 3 | |
Advanced Engineering Analysis 1 | ||
or MEEN 6102 | Advanced Engineering Analysis 2 | |
or MEEN 6103 | Approximate Methods in Engineering Analysis | |
or EECE 6010 | Advanced Engineering Mathematics | |
Required specialization courses: | 6 | |
Intermediate Fluid Mechanics | ||
Intermediate Thermodynamics | ||
Additional requirements: | ||
MEEN 6960 | Seminar in Mechanical Engineering (taken every term) | 0 |
MEEN 6999 | Master's Thesis | 6 |
Additional course work chosen from the following: | 15 | |
Introduction to Continuum Mechanics | ||
Intermediate Finite Element Methods | ||
Combustion: Thermochemistry, Kinetics and Applications | ||
Internal Combustion Engines | ||
Transport Phenomena | ||
Experimental Design | ||
Topics in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Advanced Engineering Analysis 2 | ||
Approximate Methods in Engineering Analysis | ||
Multiscale Material Modeling | ||
Advanced Fluid Mechanics | ||
Turbulence | ||
Statistical Thermodynamics | ||
Thermal Radiation Heat Transfer | ||
Multicomponent Mass Transfer | ||
Convective Heat and Mass Transfer | ||
Computational Methods in Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow | ||
Combustion Chemistry and Mechanisms | ||
Turbulent Combustion | ||
Topics in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Independent Study in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Additional courses as approved by adviser. | ||
Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
Manufacturing and Materials Systems
The manufacturing and materials systems specialization typically entails advanced study in (a) evaluation of materials and their behavior; (b) processes for changing material shape and properties; (c) approaches to economizing complex systems; (d) material-man-machine interfaces; and (e) analysis of the manufacturing complex. Normally, each of these multi-disciplinary areas requires certain core courses along with specialized studies, which may include advanced courses in other engineering disciplines, courses in mathematics and statistics and/or courses in business administration. Current research topics include: cellular manufacturing, polishing and mass finishing processes, flexible assembly, robotic systems, production integration, ergonomics, reliability/quality estimation, human performance and safety evaluation and materials forming and joining processes.
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
Required math course: | 3 | |
Advanced Engineering Analysis 1 | ||
or MEEN 6102 | Advanced Engineering Analysis 2 | |
or MEEN 6103 | Approximate Methods in Engineering Analysis | |
or EECE 6010 | Advanced Engineering Mathematics | |
Required specialization courses: | 6 | |
Experimental Design | ||
Mechanical Behavior of Materials | ||
Additional requirements: | ||
MEEN 6960 | Seminar in Mechanical Engineering (taken every term) | 0 |
MEEN 6999 | Master's Thesis | 6 |
Additional course work chosen from the following: | 15 | |
Intermediate Dynamics | ||
Introduction to Continuum Mechanics | ||
Intermediate Finite Element Methods | ||
Mechatronics | ||
Failure Analysis | ||
Powder Metallurgy | ||
Processing and Forming of Materials | ||
Welding Engineering | ||
Topics in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Advanced Engineering Analysis 2 | ||
Approximate Methods in Engineering Analysis | ||
Industrial Robotics | ||
Multiscale Material Modeling | ||
Computational Methods for Solids and Structures | ||
Statistical Methods in Engineering | ||
Computer Integrated Manufacturing | ||
Metal Forming | ||
Topics in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Independent Study in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Additional courses as approved by adviser. | ||
Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
Mechanical Systems
The mechanical systems specialization typically entails advanced study of (a) mechanical system design and analysis; and (b) modeling, simulation, and control. Mechanical design and analysis focuses on the use of physical and mathematical principles to understand the behavior of mechanical systems. It includes computer-aided optimal design, such as the design of multi-body, multi-degree-of-freedom mechanical systems. Modeling, simulation and control involve the study of theoretical mechanics in conjunction with computational applications including advanced dynamics, kinematics and stress analysis. Other applications include the modeling and control of manufacturing processes, including robotics and automated deformation processing. Current research areas include: composite and polymeric materials, control in automated assembly, design of compliant machine mechanisms, metal cutting/forming mechanics, finite element methods and multiscale material modeling.
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
Required math course: | 3 | |
Advanced Engineering Analysis 1 | ||
or MEEN 6102 | Advanced Engineering Analysis 2 | |
or MEEN 6103 | Approximate Methods in Engineering Analysis | |
or EECE 6010 | Advanced Engineering Mathematics | |
Required specialization courses: | 6 | |
Intermediate Dynamics | ||
Intermediate Mechanics of Materials | ||
Additional requirements: | ||
MEEN 6960 | Seminar in Mechanical Engineering (taken every term) | 0 |
MEEN 6999 | Master's Thesis | 6 |
Additional course work chosen from the following: | 15 | |
Introduction to Continuum Mechanics | ||
Intermediate Finite Element Methods | ||
Physical Systems Modeling | ||
Mechatronics | ||
Experimental Design | ||
Failure Analysis | ||
Mechanical Behavior of Materials | ||
Biomaterials Science and Engineering | ||
Topics in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Advanced Engineering Analysis 2 | ||
Approximate Methods in Engineering Analysis | ||
Advanced Dynamics | ||
Advanced Vibrations | ||
Advanced Mechanics of Materials | ||
Industrial Robotics | ||
Multiscale Material Modeling | ||
Topics in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Independent Study in Mechanical Engineering | ||
Additional courses as approved by adviser. | ||
Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
Master’s Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of specialized mechanical engineering concepts in engineering analysis and design in a chosen area of specialization.
- Effectively communicate ideas on design and analysis to peers, clients and customers.
- Conduct guided research in a chosen area of specialization.
Accelerated Bachelor's-Master's Degree Program
The accelerated program enables students to earn both a master of science degree and a bachelor of science degree from the College of Engineering in the span of five years. Only the thesis option is available with this program. Qualified students (3.500/4.000 GPA) who are enrolled in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Marquette University may apply for admission to this program during their undergraduate junior year. Students must submit an application to the Graduate School, indicate their interest in the five-year program, and meet all other admission criteria as stated in the Application Requirements section on the Graduate School's ADP webpage.
Students select graduate-level courses in their senior undergraduate year as their electives; these elective courses count toward both the undergraduate and graduate degrees. However, only a maximum of 6 credit hours can apply toward the graduate degree. Upon completion of the first term as a master’s candidate, the student must petition the Graduate School to transfer courses taken as an undergraduate to the master’s degree.
Students begin their research for the thesis the summer between their junior and senior years. Their research is continued the summer between their senior and fifth years and throughout their fifth year, culminating in the preparation of a written thesis and defense.
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